Chinese Cinderella by Adeline Yen Mah
This book is a memoir of a young girl growing up in China during the 1940s and 1950s. The protagonist is considered unlucky by her family after her mother dies giving birth to her. She is mistreated by her stepmother and largely ignored by her father, leading to a lonely and challenging childhood. Despite these difficulties, she finds solace in her academic achievements and her Aunt Baba's support. The story is a testament to the power of hope and perseverance in the face of adversity.
The 4842nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1999
- Nationality
- Chinese
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- 205-240
- Words
- 40,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 98th on Top 100 World Literature Titles (Perfection Learning)